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Optogenetics and Electrophysiology Supply

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Response Deadline09/08/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract with the National Institutes of Health Clinical Center involves the supply of specialized hardware and consumables for prime contractors supporting research projects. The scope of work includes providing biomedical research grade laser sources, optical fibers, electrodes, and specialized recording amplifiers specifically designed for electrophysiological recording and optogenetic stimulation in murine models. The contract is categorized under NAICS code 334510 and is to be performed in Bethesda, Maryland. Interested parties must adhere to the response deadline of September 8, 2026, to provide the necessary laboratory equipment and consumables required for these high-standard animal research projects.

General Info

NIH subcontract for biomedical hardware and consumables for murine research in Bethesda, Maryland.

Agency

Department Of Health And Human Services → National Institutes Of Health - CcView Agency

NAICS

334510 - Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Bethesda, MD, 20814, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of NOI-26-006627.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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NIH study with the Washington University School of Medicine to investigate food intake and behaviors (Notice of Intent to sole source)

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PostedSep 2

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Response DeadlineSep 8

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09/08/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTCin 5 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Health And Human Services → National Institutes Of Health - Cc

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Supplies specialized hardware and consumables for prime contractors on NIH Clinical Center research projects. Provides laser sources, optical fibers, electrodes, and specialized recording amplifiers for optogenetic stimulation and electrophysiological recording in murine models. Equipment must meet biomedical research grade standards for animal research. Delivers laboratory hardware and consumables.

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